Day trip to Tbilisi and Mtskheta combines the full-day exploration of two ancient towns, which have been linked by culture and history for centuries. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites located in Mtskheta, the main attraction of Tbilisi.
Highlights
7 hours and 40 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours and 40 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
All entrance fees
Transportation
Professional guide/driver service
Gratuities
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Meals
Meeting Points
Departure
Giant Bicycle monument
Big Bicycle monument is at Rose Revolution Square, near Radisson Blu Iveria Tbilisi.
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Minimum drinking age is 18 years
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Entrance to the places of worship is prohibited during church services (Sunday mornings, Saturday evenings and religious holidays). If your trip comes to one of these dates, we'll switch the order, start the tour in Tbilisi with sights and continue to Mtskheta.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Day trip to Tbilisi and Mtskheta combines the full-day exploration of two ancient towns, which have been linked by culture and history for centuries. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites located in Mtskheta, the main attraction of Tbilisi.
Highlights
7 hours and 40 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours and 40 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
All entrance fees
Transportation
Professional guide/driver service
Gratuities
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Meals
Meeting Points
Departure
Giant Bicycle monument
Big Bicycle monument is at Rose Revolution Square, near Radisson Blu Iveria Tbilisi.
Return
Itinerary
1
Jvari Church
In the morning at 10:00 am meet the guide and the driver near Big Bicycle Monument and start driving to Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia. You’ll visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites located in this small town. The first stop is Jvari Monastery dating back to the 6th century AD. Standing on the top of the hill, it overlooks the town of Mtskheta and the confluence of two rivers Aragvi and Mtkvari.
1 hour
2
Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
After visiting the monastery drive down and reach Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, which is one of the most sacred places in whole Georgia, and is said to have Christ’s robe preserved in it.
1 hour
3
The City-Museum Reserve of Mtskheta
Take a nice walk in the town. Visit a local wine shop where you can buy some Georgian Wines.
1 hour
4
Samtavro Church
Visit medieval Samtavro Monastery located in the historical part of Mtskheta - ancient capital of Georgia.
40 minutes
5
Narikala Fortress
Take a ride to Narikala Fortress 4th c by aerial cable car – one of the best places to enjoy panoramic views of the city. Explore the ruins of the fortress and then stroll down to the Sulfur Bathhouse district, to the Legtakhevi area, and then to Meidan square & Shardeni street neighborhood.
1 hour
6
Abanotubani
Abanotubani is the ancient district of Tbilisi, Georgia, known for its sulphuric baths.
Located at the eastern bank of the Mtkvari River at the foot of Narikala fort across Metekhisubani, Abanotubani is an important historic part of the city: it is where according to a legend the King of Iberia, Vakhtang Gorgasali’s falcon fell, leading to a discovery of the hot springs and, subsequently, to the founding of new capital.
1 hour
7
Meidan Bazaar
After Abanotubani & visiting small waterfall in Legvtakhevi head to Meidan Square & nearby street Shardeni, Cotton row & Iron row. Here you can find numerous souvenir shops, art galleries and cafes
1 hour
8
Metekhi Cathedral
Leave Mtskheta and drive back to Tbilisi to visit main attractions of the city. First stop is Metekhi plateau & church 13th c which presents one of the most important architectural monuments of old Tbilisi.
